Buzz of the Day
I really think I'm this rational person who has a pretty good grip on things. I am very honest with myself, consequently, very hard on myself as well. Whenever I think I have something figured out, I realize that I'm not even close. I guess the only thing I have to say is preparation is a good way to combat anxiety and stress. You can't always solve your problems right away, but if you have a plan in place you'll have some sort of peace (Peace is a relative word).
OK.....I'm pretty stressed out and I have been all week. Being a husband is tough! Have you ever tried to carry laundry without a basket? Once you think you're making progress, you realize you've dropped a sock. So you pick up the sock, then you realize you've dropped something else.
There are so many issues from day to day, even the coolest of customers (and I'll admit, I'm pretty cool) can get overwhelmed...So the only thing I have to say is preparation is key, but also work your tail off! Work hard and don't let up...Do your part and have faith that God will provide the rest.
Friday, March 20, 2009
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Lucky #7
Buzz of the Day
Just a light buzz today: Did you know we are entering our 7th year in the Iraq War? My thoughts and prayers go out to all of the soldiers and their families.
Just a light buzz today: Did you know we are entering our 7th year in the Iraq War? My thoughts and prayers go out to all of the soldiers and their families.
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Doctor's Note
Ridiculousness of the Day
There was a man who asked his doctor to diagnose him with muscular dystrophy so he could get a job that was less physically demanding. Well, wish granted...I guess the doctor diagnosed him with MD. Well, this is when karma takes over. He slips and falls. Now he wants to file a lawsuit...But because he was diagnosed with MD, they are saying the injuries were preexisting. Now he wants to have the doctor say he never had MD. What a moron! You can't have it both ways dude.
There was a man who asked his doctor to diagnose him with muscular dystrophy so he could get a job that was less physically demanding. Well, wish granted...I guess the doctor diagnosed him with MD. Well, this is when karma takes over. He slips and falls. Now he wants to file a lawsuit...But because he was diagnosed with MD, they are saying the injuries were preexisting. Now he wants to have the doctor say he never had MD. What a moron! You can't have it both ways dude.
I Think I Love My Wife
Nobody Cares Kid
I'll tell you what's frustrating about being in a relationship. Any relationship...We all have issues! We have mood swings, fears, insecurities, etc. that affect our relationships with people. Some people have been in abusive situations, mental or physical. Any of these things can pop up at any time. Many times we treat those closest to us the worse when we have other issues going on. We feel most comfortable treating our loved ones like crap because...they love us and odds are they're not going anywhere. Sometimes we save all of our frustration throughout the whole day(smiling at our jerk boss) until we get home to...our wife, husband, kids, and pets. Give people their space when they need it. And if you are the person who needs some space, be conscious of your mood and...focus on solutions and not problems. I know...easier said than done. So what! Do your best. Those around you will appreciate it.
I'll tell you what's frustrating about being in a relationship. Any relationship...We all have issues! We have mood swings, fears, insecurities, etc. that affect our relationships with people. Some people have been in abusive situations, mental or physical. Any of these things can pop up at any time. Many times we treat those closest to us the worse when we have other issues going on. We feel most comfortable treating our loved ones like crap because...they love us and odds are they're not going anywhere. Sometimes we save all of our frustration throughout the whole day(smiling at our jerk boss) until we get home to...our wife, husband, kids, and pets. Give people their space when they need it. And if you are the person who needs some space, be conscious of your mood and...focus on solutions and not problems. I know...easier said than done. So what! Do your best. Those around you will appreciate it.
Brand Loyalty?
Back in the good ole' days (I wasn't around yet), there was a such thing as "brand loyalty".
I am an account executive for New Horizons Computer Learning Center. We are the world leader in computer training, period. Whether it's high end technical training or desktop applications. (we also have outstanding business and project management courses/instructors, but that's another story) I have a good friend who has a similar position with UPS. Top of the line right? The problem is people are sacrificing quality for price because of the economy. Quinn, who works for UPS put it simply, "When I used to walk into my customer's door, having the name UPS behind me meant many things. Stability, quality, etc. People were willing to pay a little more because of the quality of service. Now, they want whoever is the cheapest." That is interesting. He called them "price whores" who'd go with any company because of price. Funny...
In my position, I work with businesses to provide training solutions. There is nobody who offers a better product. We have some of the world's (yes I mean world's) best instructors in our Detroit/Great Lakes market. Companies say they value training and ongoing education for their staff, but many are comfortable with being "trained" by the lowest bidder with no guarantee of satisfaction. With organizations becoming more enamored with price and less with quality, it opens the door for sub par companies to compete. Consequently, customer satisfaction is lowered.
As consumers, we don't always have the money to extra to spend on things. I think we've all been guilty of choosing quantity over quality. For example, my coworker had some Starburst Jellybeans (btw, I love jellybeans). I was thinking, "I need to go and buy some!" Well, I went to CVS to make copies of pictures...they had some jellybeans for $0.99! They didn't even have a brand name. They were like 'Jellybeans.'
The long and short of that story is I was terribly disappointed! Now I still have a taste for jellybeans, so I'm paying for them twice!
If you are a decision maker for your organization, give your people the best tools to be successful. Not the cheapest. Make your wife happy and buy the good jellybeans!
I am an account executive for New Horizons Computer Learning Center. We are the world leader in computer training, period. Whether it's high end technical training or desktop applications. (we also have outstanding business and project management courses/instructors, but that's another story) I have a good friend who has a similar position with UPS. Top of the line right? The problem is people are sacrificing quality for price because of the economy. Quinn, who works for UPS put it simply, "When I used to walk into my customer's door, having the name UPS behind me meant many things. Stability, quality, etc. People were willing to pay a little more because of the quality of service. Now, they want whoever is the cheapest." That is interesting. He called them "price whores" who'd go with any company because of price. Funny...
In my position, I work with businesses to provide training solutions. There is nobody who offers a better product. We have some of the world's (yes I mean world's) best instructors in our Detroit/Great Lakes market. Companies say they value training and ongoing education for their staff, but many are comfortable with being "trained" by the lowest bidder with no guarantee of satisfaction. With organizations becoming more enamored with price and less with quality, it opens the door for sub par companies to compete. Consequently, customer satisfaction is lowered.
As consumers, we don't always have the money to extra to spend on things. I think we've all been guilty of choosing quantity over quality. For example, my coworker had some Starburst Jellybeans (btw, I love jellybeans). I was thinking, "I need to go and buy some!" Well, I went to CVS to make copies of pictures...they had some jellybeans for $0.99! They didn't even have a brand name. They were like 'Jellybeans.'
The long and short of that story is I was terribly disappointed! Now I still have a taste for jellybeans, so I'm paying for them twice!
If you are a decision maker for your organization, give your people the best tools to be successful. Not the cheapest. Make your wife happy and buy the good jellybeans!
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Buzz of the Day
I heard a really cool story on the radio yesterday. (I don't know the location or anything, but)...There was a woman driving on the highway. She started to feel dizzy. She was trying to pull over, but she didn't make it. She was actually having a heart attack! A man driving an 18-wheeler noticed something was wrong with the woman. He actually changed lanes, switching to the woman's lane (in front of her) so she could crash into him. Keeping her from potentially causing all sorts of damage
I think that's a great story. Not only did that man save the woman's life, he probably saved many more as well. Sometimes we don't think, and just react. Sometimes we over think and never react. Hopefully we get it right more than we get it wrong.
I think that's a great story. Not only did that man save the woman's life, he probably saved many more as well. Sometimes we don't think, and just react. Sometimes we over think and never react. Hopefully we get it right more than we get it wrong.
Monday, March 16, 2009
Buzz of the Day
Last night, my wife and I had dinner with her mom and her mom's friend. He is a dentist. (FYI- Prior to last night, I'd never spoke with a dentist outside of the dentist office.) Come to think of it, I've never had a conversation with anyone who has Dr. before their name.
My point is...the wealthy have a unique perspective on things. As they should...They see opportunity where many of us see...failure. I have wrote about being a role model/mentor, but my point today is I'm going to find me a mentor!
Have you ever been to someone's home and saw something that you've never seen before? Maybe when you were younger it was a toy. Today it may be a car, flat screen t.v., or maybe it was their decor. You went home and thought, "Man I need to get me one of those." Maybe you didn't know it existed previously or you hadn't been close enough to touch it... But once you see what is possible, it opens your eyes and destroys limitations. Your experiences in life could provide that for someone, but don't be afraid to seek those out that may open your eyes to some new things also.
FYI
I am working on formatting some things differently on my blog. I want to make it a little cooler looking (that will be a work in progress). On Wednesdays, I'll be having a more complete blog. It will have my buzz of the day, nobody cares kid, sports buzz, and my ridiculousness of the day entries. The rest of the improvements will be made as I see fit. Good ole' trial and error.
My point is...the wealthy have a unique perspective on things. As they should...They see opportunity where many of us see...failure. I have wrote about being a role model/mentor, but my point today is I'm going to find me a mentor!
Have you ever been to someone's home and saw something that you've never seen before? Maybe when you were younger it was a toy. Today it may be a car, flat screen t.v., or maybe it was their decor. You went home and thought, "Man I need to get me one of those." Maybe you didn't know it existed previously or you hadn't been close enough to touch it... But once you see what is possible, it opens your eyes and destroys limitations. Your experiences in life could provide that for someone, but don't be afraid to seek those out that may open your eyes to some new things also.
FYI
I am working on formatting some things differently on my blog. I want to make it a little cooler looking (that will be a work in progress). On Wednesdays, I'll be having a more complete blog. It will have my buzz of the day, nobody cares kid, sports buzz, and my ridiculousness of the day entries. The rest of the improvements will be made as I see fit. Good ole' trial and error.
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